Italian Lakes Wedding Planner

If you travel along the North shore of beautiful lake Bracciano , you will find the lovely little village of Trevignano, a medieval picturesque town, few km North of Rome, which is a real pearl of the lake.

Built on a volcanic lava cliff drop, the village is located on a little gulf, the secondary crater of an ancient volcano.
The medieval Borgo, is well preserved and the beautiful tree-lined promenade that stretches for about 3 miles, with many bars, restaurants and beach resorts, are the perfect setting for a relaxing italian summer vacation and above all for a romantic Italian wedding.

If you are thinking of a civil marriage, it can be celebrated in the beautiful town hall located in the main piazza, right in front of the lake.
The hall is richly decorated with beautiful frescoes and from the window of the ancient palazzo, you may admire the amazing landscape of the lake.

On the other hand, the catholic ceremony can be held in the old Assunta Church built on the ruins of a gothic building that towards the end of the eighteen century it was completely rebuilt in baroque style.
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Britta from Creative Wedding – Italian Lakes Wedding tries to explain what a wedding planner needs to know to give good advice and a first cost overview.

It is always nice to get the emails from a future bride or groom, so I am excited and want to start immediately to write back to them with millions of ideas I have in my head.
But before writing back, it is necessary to review what this new couple did write about their expectations and wishes for their big day.

The more information I get from a couple, the more focused and precise tips and advices I can tell them. Let me explain what is important to know:

BUDGET

An approximate budget together with an approximate number of guests is helpful to understand which region of Italy maybe right and what kind of location is affordable. It is clear to me that you have no exact figures as you are only at a starting point. But still some approximate thoughts you made for yourself and this is helpful for me to think what to propose.
Do not be afraid to ask for a low budget wedding, there are certainly possibilities for each kind of budget!

STYLE AND AMBIENCE

I am sure that you already had first looks into wedding magazines or you were always dreaming of your big day. So if you tell me about those ideas and dreams, about colours, about the ambience, about friends and family and what they expect from you, this helps to understand if your budget can match this or what would be suitable alternatives to get near your dreams.

REGION OF ITALY

If you have certain memories of a special region of Italy, tell them please. So I do understand better, why you choose certain landscapes, cities, cultures and can develop them together with my proposals.

CIVIL OR CHURCH WEDDING

when I ask about citizenship or the background of your religion, this is not meant to be curious.
But different nationalities have different ways of preparation for the burocracy for a civil wedding here in Italy. And for the church weddings, as we mainly have catholic churches in Italy with quite a strong link to Rome and the Pope, it is important to know where you are coming from. Mainly the catholic parishes in Italy ask for bride AND groom to be catholic, only sometimes it is possible to have a catholic wedding with one partner being of another religion. Continue Reading »

Verona is an very ancient city full of charm and elegance just steps from Lake Garda.

Verona is the synonym of Romeo and Juliet’s romantic idyll.

The heart of Verona is a jewel with infinite faces, with its wonderful cafes and historical monuments, winding cobblestone roads,churches, squares, castle and slow river that flows through it.

Everywhere you walk you will find a path that will take you to one of the oldest theatre in the world: the Arena, still beautifully preserved.

Elegance of the past that you breathe in this city is a perfect frame for a charming wedding!

To Matteo and Martina it all seemed natural choosing the elegance of this noble city for their ceremony and the relaxed and joyful frame of Lake Garda for the reception.

This is to combine two different souls and we are sure you will love both of them.

Martina’s grace illuminated everything, as well as her wonderful smile!

Her long white dress, her hair softly gathered by impalpable white flowers and only a pretty bow on shoes… Final preparations for the bride and everything is ready.

Every detail in Matteo and Martiana’s Wedding reveals elegance and simplicity, expertly captured by our photographer Beatrice Mancini. The ceremony was held in Duomo Baptistery in Verona, a setting of rare elegance and sobriety, white candles down the aisle and a delicate bouquet of Gypsophila. Continue Reading »

This time I will tell you about a wedding that took place in the beginning of June at Lake Garda. Not in one of the well known villages, but at Padenghe, a small place on the Brescia-part of the Lake Garda. It has its castle like almost all towns around the lakes do have former fortezze that were build by the famous Scaliger people.

The castle was a nice scene for wedding photos. Maurizio and Judith did enjoy their day very much. It was sunny, 120 good humor friends and family were around them, as well as the team of wedding planners consisted by Britta, Romana and Romy from Italian Lakes Wedding – Creative Wedding team.

It started with the catholic wedding in the church of Padenghe, then followed by a easy aperitivo in front of the Agriturismo Pratello. This agriturismo has next to his farmhouse an elegant villa, so this is used for the wedding reception.
A wonderful wedding dinner was served, an typical Italian duo with Francesca and Davide did bring atmosphere into the evening and after the delicious plates there was much time for dancing. Continue Reading »

Wedding season opened on Lake Maggiore too!
A spring wedding for Sheila and Colman who celebrated their wedding in the wonderful church of Sacro Monte of Ghiffa.
The day was blessed by an amazing weather with sun and warm temperature despite of the storms we had on the lakes the days before!

A stunning view from the church over all the lake was the perfect frame for a sweet catholic ceremony of this lovely Irish couple.
They both came with all family and friends from Ireland to Lake Maggiore to celebrate their big day under the sun and by the shores of this wonderful spot of Italy.

Reception to follow was held in Villa Rusconi opening the season over there too.
A lovely and relaxed aperitif on the lawn followed by a delicious dinner under the big pavilion was the party Sheila and Colman dreamt for! Continue Reading »

If you are dreaming of a romantic wedding ceremony in a little ancient church in a secluded place, I’m sure you will fall in love with Francesca and Pigi’s choice!
For their romantic wedding on Lake Bracciano they chose one of the most romantic church in the area a wonderful place to discover for a sweet wedding with stunning view!

The pretty church is located not far from Bracciano village.
From here the landscape is the perfect frame for amazing wedding pictures.

This pretty corner of paradise is not only one of the most romantic churches on Lake Bracciano but it also gives you the possibility to arrange your religious ceremony and reception to follow without moving the guests with transfers and coaches.
The ideal place for a destination wedding!
This was one of the reasons because Francesca and Pigi chose this little church for their ceremony.
All guests could relax and enjoy the day without any stress.

Francesca was the first to reach the venue with her close relatives.
In the very hours of the morning she touched base here.
A little room of the convent was at her complete disposal to get ready and start getting in the mood of the wonderful day she was going to live! Continue Reading »

You may already read our article about a lovely wedding in the beautiful Castle of Malcesine on lake Garda.
Malcesine is a pretty little town on Lake Garda. Over here you can admire charming Castle whch is also available for legal civil ceremonies outdoors overlooking the lake.

However I would like to show you today an other side of Malcesine.
Tracey and Stephen came to Malcesine for a romantic holiday in 2009, and they fell in love with the place. No doubt they wanted to have their wedding here! They wanted a religious wedding instead of a civil one so we found for them a private, intimate venue for their 40 guests wedding. First, they looked around by themselves to find a venue that could answer to their needs of privacy, intimacy. As they couldn’t find the location of their dreams, Tracey and Stephen contacted us for help.

After long search, we have found the perfect venue for them, and we also found the authorization of Don Giuseppe of Parish church of Malcesine to have a religious ceremony over here. The planning could start in details for 20th of July 2010, the day of the wedding!
A one year of planning flew away quickly to reach the big day. While girls were having their hair done to hairdresser, boys were enjoying a refreshing beer on the lakeshore.
The church was decorated with a lot of sunflowers and white roses, to represent sunshine, happiness and deep optimism of the couple. Continue Reading »

Balbianello Villa – Official Rental Fees 2012

Many of you write us to ask further information on Villa del Balbianello rental.
For this reason we would love to give you more information on our blog that we hope could be useful.
As mentioned Villa del Balbianello is a very exclusive and unique venue, for this reason rental fee is related to the luxury and exclusivity of the location itself.
Click here to find official rental fee that Villa del Balbianello property gave us for 2012

If you casually read Alessandra’s post dedicated to Villa del Balbianello, you will notice for sure for sure how many comments are posted by our readers. They are all interested in receiving information’s about getting married in this famous Lake Como Villa.
In fact, Villa Del Balbianello is considered one of the most exclusive and luxurious Italian wedding venue.

In occasion of Kristi and Ben wedding, a nice and friendly couple, we’re here again talking about Villa del Balbianello. Ben comes from UK, Kristi is Australian: both are two young successful people in the high finance.

Kristi and Ben were looking for the best for their wedding: and so the decision of choosing Italy, Lake Como and above all Villa del Balbianello
For their video service they chose Myitalianwedding, specialists on Lake Como weddings.

Myitalianwedding always offers an accurate and top level service, working constantly with the best Italian and International wedding planning agencies.
For more information please visit www.myitalianwedding.net.

Bellagio, the beautiful small Town located in front of Lenno promontory, was chosen as ‘departure point’. Bride and groom, together with relatives and friends slept at the prestigious Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni. They to left it with a private boat, crossing the lake toward the small pier of Cadenabbia Ascension Church. Continue Reading »

Varenna is very popular on Lake Como for Catholic Weddings.
And its fame it’s easily understandable: San Giorgio Church it’s absolutely fascinating and, above all, this is one of the few churches of Lake Como which allow to marry the non – residents.
Ancient, charming and impressive at the same time, this masterpiece lies in the heart of the village and represents the focus of the place itself.

Varenna it’s reachable by private boat or ferry from most of the other towns of the Lake.
This means that although Varenna is lovely you can decide to spend your wedding holidays not necessary based in Varenna itself.

Helen and Steve, our elegant Asian couple for example, chose to stay in Bellagio with their guests at the well renowned Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni.
After their ‘getting ready’ and some beautiful shoots, they reached Varenna by boat: a unique occasion to enjoy the lake!

Once arrived in the main Varenna square, a long stair leads you in front of the main entrance.
This is a perfect setting for the wedding decorations: white and long aisle, flowers and candles create a special and evocative atmosphere.
How can you forget the moment when you step inside the church accompanied by the wedding march notes?
I think this is one of the most touching and unforgettable moments in our life….
Crossing the aisle, hearing the people you love murmuring excited, somebody’s crying and…finally you reach the altar for your forever promise of respect and love.
The sound of the Ave Maria, the exchange of the rings, every moment will remain in your mind for the rest of your life.

At the end of the ceremony you cannot miss the petals through as good luck from all of your friends and relatives.
Now that you’re married, the party moment should begin.

Helen and Steve, decided to go back to Bellagio by private boat and have their wedding reception, welcoming their guests at Villa Serbelloni. Continue Reading »

If you are thinking about getting married on Italian Lakes, Lake Maggiore could offer many special corners to arrange your wonderful day.
We’ve already talked about wonderful villas and soon we will also tell you about luxury hotels on lake shores and Borromean Islands.

Keeping on exploring most beautiful venues on Lake Maggiore we would like to talk you about two interesting venues to arrange a unique and special event on lake shores: a beach wedding!
On Piemonte side of Lake Maggiore there are two beach resorts that are just perfect to arrange a fantastic beach wedding: Lido di Baveno and Lido di Stresa. Both venues are casual but also elegant and fine.

But what is really special on this venues is the possibility to organize a legal catholic ceremony or a legal civil ceremony on the open air just on the beach.
Isn’t it just wonderful?

Ceremony in this case will have breathtaking feel that you and your guest will remember forever!
Without any transfer you and your guests will taste your aperitif on the beach and a lovely dinner menu – with fish and typical courses on the region – will be served in the rooms inside or under the wonderful marquee on the beach with lake view.
With right details these two venues will add a touch of exotic to your party.

We imagine for you a flower arch for the ceremony and many rose petals e and lanterns on the bride’s path to altar. Then beautiful centerpieces with water, candles and flowers such as roses or orchids that recall lake theme.
Another detail to think of is that, giving the right time notification, your party can be enlarged up to very late at night with dances and open bar. Continue Reading »